American Home Inspectors Training Institute, Ltd

Training Courses Academic Catalog

Volume 3 Published April, 2013; Effective April 1st, 2013 through March 31st, 2014

0BCorporate Office N19 W24075 Riverwood Drive

Waukesha, WI 53188 www.ahit.com

questions@ahit.com 800-441-9411 Toll Free

262-754-3748 FAX

Postsecondary School Authorizations Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Minnesota,

Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Washington, Wisconsin

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American Home Inspectors Training Institute (AHIT) is a private (not public) training institution that is incorporated as a C-Corporation in the state of Wisconsin. AHIT is a private institution approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means compliance with the state standards set forth in the Ed. Code. AHIT is licensed and regulated by the following states: Address Regulatory Board

Arizona 7430 East Butherus Drive, Suite F Scottsdale, AZ 85260 800-441-9411

Approved and Regulated by the Arizona State Board for Private Post Secondary Education, 1400 West Washington, Room 260, Phoenix, AZ, 85007. 602-542-5709 #V1238

California 26200 Industrial Blvd Hayward, CA 94545 800-0441-9411

Any questions a student has regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. 2535 Capitol Oaks Dr, Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95833 HUwww.bppe.ca.govUH Toll Free telephone number 888-370-7589 Fax 916-263-1897 #1940411

Colorado 13300 West 6th Ave Lakewood, CO 80228 800-441-9411

Authorized to Operate by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board. 1560 Broadway Suite 1250 Denver, CO 80202 303-866-2723 #1889

Florida 3720 J Coconut Creek Pkwy Coconut Creek, FL 33066-1639 800-441-9411

Authorized for operation by the Commission for Independent Education 2650 Apalachee Parkway, Suite A Tallahassee, FL 32301 850-245-3200 #3138

Georgia 1100 South Marietta Pkwy Marietta, GA 30060 800-441-9411

Authorized for operation by the Georgia NonPublic Postsecondary Education Commission 2189 Northlake Parkway, Building 10, Suite 100 Tucker, GA 30084-4113 770-414-3300 #702

Kansas No physical location In state

Kansas Board of Regents 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 520 Topeka, KS 66612 785-296-3422

Minnesota 1820 N Xenium Lane Plymouth, MN 55441 800-441-9411

Authorized for operation by Minnesota Higher Education Services Office 1450 Energy Park Drive Suite 350 St. Paul, MN 55108

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Address Regulatory Board 800-657-3866

Ohio 303 Carroll Street Akron, OH 44325 800-441-9411 Pennsylvania 100 Brodhead Road Suite 120 Bethlehem, PA 18017

Authorized for operation by the State Board of Proprietary School Registration 35 E Gay Street Suite 403 Columbus, OH 43215-3138 877-275-4219 #04-03-1717T Authorized for operation by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Pennsylvania Department of Education 333 Market Street, 12th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17126 717-783-8228

Tennessee 2814 Stage Center Drive Bartlett, TN 38134 800-441-9411

Authorized for operation by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission Parkway Towers, Suite 1900 Nashville, TN 37243-0830 615-741-3605 American Home Inspectors Training Institute is authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. This authorization must be renewed each year and is based on an evaluation by minimum standards concerning quality of education ethical business practice, health and safety, and fiscal responsibility.

Washington 3000 NE Fourth Street Renton, WA 98056 Wisconsin N19 W24075 Riverwood Drive Waukesha, WI 53188 800-441-9411

Authorized for operation by the Work Force Training and Coordinating Board, Building 17 Airdustrial Park PO Box 43105, Olympia, Washington 98504-3105 306-753-5673 Approved by Educational Approval Board 30 W. Mifflin St., 9th Floor Madison, WI 53703 608-266-1996

Disclosure American Home Inspectors Training Institute, Inc. reserves the right to change Courses, start dates, tuition, and to cancel Courses. Any changes will be made in accordance with State Board rules and regulations and will be attached to this catalog. Not all Courses listed in this catalog are approved or offered in every state. The information contained in this catalog is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. This institution does not have a pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession, has not filed a petition within the preceding five years, nor has had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.

Table of Contents

Topic Pages American Home Inspectors Training Institute 6 History Mission What a Home/Building Inspector Does Admission Requirements 7 Students with Special Needs Language of Training Transfer or Granting of Credit Late Enrollment American Home Inspectors Training Facilities 8-9 State Requirements for Home Inspectors 10-13 Memberships and Affiliations 13 American Home Inspectors Training Courses Offered 14 Course Descriptions 14-17 Clock Hours Student/ Teacher Ratio Classroom Format and Schedule Materials Received in Courses 19 Books and Learning Materials Registration Process 19 Tuition and Pricing Loans Collection Policies Payment Schedules Academic Information and Standards of Progress 19-20 Syllabus Attendance Absence Late Arrival/ Early Departure/ Makeup Work Leave of Absence/ Withdrawal Re-enrollment/ Readmissions Grading Satisfactory Progress Unsatisfactory Progress Probation Graduation Records

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Student Services 21 Housing Student Records Transcripts Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Counseling Placement Library Rules of Conduct 22 Dismissal/ Readmission Dress Drug free school and workplace No Smoking Sexual harassment and anti hazing policy Unresolved Disputes 23 Refund and Cancellation Policies 25 Extenuating Circumstances Changes made by the school Home Inspection Interactive Distance Learning Cancellation & Refund Policies Administration and Faculty 26 Class Schedule 26 Administrative Office Hours 28

Roy Newcomer, along with his son Scott and his wife Virginia, founded Newcomer’s Home Inspection Service in 1989. Their home inspection service grew to be one of the largest home inspection firms in North America, performing over 25,000 home inspections. With 14 inspectors on staff, the need for professional training was essential. In 1993 seeing a need for more properly trained home inspectors, Roy and Scott started the American Home Inspectors Training Institute (AHIT) in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

American Home Inspectors Training History

In 1995 Scott Newcomer started Newcomer’s of America Property Inspection Service, a national home inspection franchise. After a few years, Scott decided to restructure the franchisees into independent home inspection firms and partner with Roy to expand AHIT. In 1999 Mark Newcomer joined the family business to assist in taking AHIT nationwide. In 2003 Randy Orth began consulting with AHIT and ultimately joined the company in 2004 as its Chief Operating Officer. In 2007, AHIT continued to expand its ability to benefit students by merging into Riverside Micro-Cap Fund I, LP, the largest private equity firm. AHIT continues to strengthen its support to its students and inspectors with over 30 trainers to assist you in getting into the business and growing your home inspection company. Today, AHIT is the largest home inspection training company in North America. We continue to expand our presence to serve you and with AHIT’s industry leading, live class room, online and home study courses, we are committed to providing you the fastest way to achieve success in the home inspection industry.

Mission Our mission is to train and provide ongoing support to individuals to enable them to start and operate their own successful home inspection business or to be a significant contributor in an established home inspection company. Our step by step training, coupled with our marketing and technical support services, deliver immediately applicable business methodologies to perpetuate the growth and continual development of your home inspection business. We strive to assist you in realizing your full potential in the home inspection industry by providing you straightforward, honest and helpful guidance with respect and accountability to your needs. Our company’s values include purposeful service, innovative offerings, challenging work, personal achievement, value creation, respectful interaction and fun/rewarding work.

What a Building/Home Inspector/Auditor Does

The job of a home inspector is to inspect buildings by walking through each area, sometimes crawling into small spaces such as attics, checking rooftops, and cellars, plumbing, electricity and appliances. Then they write a detailed report outlining the condition of the property, areas where repair or replacement may be needed, and specify any potential safety concerns. The job of an Energy Auditor is to evaluate the energy efficiency of a building through a series of test using energy audit equipment. Anyone can train to become a home inspector or energy auditor, although typically prospective students are already involved in the real estate or construction fields. The physical ability to navigate through a building is required. In general this means that the prospective student should have the physical abilities to do so.

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Admission Requirements

Admission is open to any qualified applicant. No qualified person may be excluded from enrollment based on sex, race, ethnic origin or religion. Applicants must meet the following requirements: 1.Submit a signed Enrollment Agreement for classes to be taken through American Home Inspectors Training Institute. 2.Have a high school diploma or equivalent. 3.Pay appropriate fees. See Tuition and Payment Plans Policy. 4.Have a phone interview with a representative from the school.

Students with Special Needs

We train a number of students with special needs and/or disabilities. These students are directed to our Director of Student Services and Training Coordinator to facilitate enrollment and training. People who work as a home inspector must have certain physical abilities to visually inspect buildings and structures, navigate throughout the building including on the roof, the ability to write inspection reports, and communicate with clients.

Language of Training

All Courses are offered only in English. American Home Inspectors Training Institute does not offer English as a second language instruction. Students who have a high school diploma or equivalent from an institution within the United States meet the English language proficiency required to attend training.

NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION

Transfer or Granting of Credit

No life experience, credit through challenge exams, or previous training may be applied to any Course. There is no guarantee that home inspection or energy audit courses can be transferred to other schools. This institution has not entered into any articulation or transfer agreements with any other institution. The transferability of credits you earn at American Home Inspectors Training Institute is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the certificate you earn in a home inspection or energy audit course is also tat the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the certificate that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending American Home Inspectors Training Institute to determine if your certificate will transfer.

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Late Enrollment

There are no provisions for late enrollment. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.

American Home Inspectors Training Facilities

Arizona American Home Inspectors Training Institute’s Arizona facility is located in Scottsdale Community College. The training facility includes a training room, lab area, lounge, administrative offices, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. California In California, American Home Inspectors Training Institute conducts training in Hayward. This facility includes a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in the designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. Colorado In Colorado, American Home Inspectors Training Institute’s facility is located in Red Rocks Community College. The facility includes a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. Florida In Coconut Creek, Florida, American Home Inspectors Training Institute’s facility includes a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. Georgia In Georgia, American Home Inspectors Training Institute conducts training at the Southern Polytechnic State University. The facility includes a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates.

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American Home Inspectors Training Institute holds classes at Hennepin Technical College. Facilities include a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All training is held in designated areas on pre-scheduled dates.

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American Home Inspectors Training Institute holds classes at Metropolitan Commuinty College. Facilities include a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All training is held in designated areas on pre-scheduled dates.

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Ohio In Akron, Ohio, American Home Inspectors Training Institute’s facility includes a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. Pennsylvania American Home Inspectors Training Institute holds training courses in Penn State Lehigh Valley’s Corporate Learning Center. The facilities include a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. Tennessee American Home Inspectors Training Institute holds classes at the Midsouth Independent Electrical Contractors Association. Facilities include a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. All Courses are held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates.

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American Home Inspectors Training Institute holds classes at Renton Technical College; 3000 NE Fourth Street, Renton, WA 98056. Facilities include a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. Training is held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates.

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American Home Inspectors Training Institute holds classes at the UW Waukesha. Facilities include a training room, lab area, lounge, and restrooms. Training is held in designated training areas on pre-scheduled dates. Labs All schools have a lab that includes all equipment and instructional materials needed to complete the Courses. These include exhibits of furnaces, electrical panels and fuses, plumbing, water heaters, roofing materials and other building materials and components. Each location is equipped with a LCD Projector and other Audio and Visual equipment. You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) if all of the following applies to you:

You are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all of part of your tuition either by cash, guaranteed students loans, or personal loans, and

Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer, government program or other payer, and you have a separate agreement to repay the third party.

You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment if either of the following applies:

You are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program or,

Your total charges are paid by a third party, such as an employer, government program or other payer, and you have no separate agreement to repay the third party.

State Requirements for Home Inspectors

State Requirements In some states licensing is required to inspect work as a home inspector. States are increasingly introducing legislation regarding the home inspection industry. Prospective home inspectors therefore need to contact the proper state agencies regarding requirements in their states. The following are requirements for the states in which we teach: State Requirements Contact

Alabama Membership of ASHI or an

equivalent organization.

Alabama Building Commission Phone: 334-242-4810

Alaska Pass a Nationally recognized examination. 8 hours of education required for renewal annually.

Department of Commerce and Economic Development Phone: 907-465-5470

Arizona

80 Hours of Pre-Licensing Education, pass state exam and perform 30 parallel inspections.

Arizona Board of Technical Registration Phone: 602-364-4930

Arkansas 80 Hours of Pre Licensing Education. Pass the National Inspectors Exam.

Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board Phone: 501-683-3710

California

No state requirements

Colorado

No state requirements

Connecticut 40 Hours of Pre Licensing Education. Have been a home inspector intern for one year.

Home Inspection Licensing Board Phone: 860-713-6145

Delaware No state requirements

Florida Effective July 1st, 2010: 120 hours of Pre-Licensing Education

To be Announced

Georgia

No state requirements

Hawaii No state requirements

Idaho No state requirements

Illinois 60 hours Pre Licensing education Pass State Exam.

Department of Banks and Real Estate Phone: 312-793-3000

Indiana 60 hours of Pre Licensing education. Pass National Exam.

Indiana Professional Licensing Agency Phone: 317-234-3009

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Iowa No state requirements

Kansas 80 Hours of Pre-Licensing Education. Pass the National Home Inspector Exam.

Kansas Home Inspector Registration Board Phone: 316-777-9209

Kentucky 64 hours of Pre Licensing education. Pass the National Home Inspector Exam.

Division of Building Code Enforcement Phone: (502) 573-0373

Louisiana 90 hours of Pre Licensing education. Does not accept correspondence courses

Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors Phone: 225-248-1334

Maine No state requirements

Maryland 48 hours of Pre Licensing education. Correspondence courses not accepted.

Commission of Real Estate Appraisers and Home Inspectors Phone: 410-230-6165

Massachusetts Performed not less then 25 home inspections in the presence of a licensed home inspector. Pass the National Home Inspectors Exam.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Phone: 617-727-4459

Michigan No state requirements

Minnesota No state requirements

Mississippi 60 hours of Pre Licensing education.

State of Mississippi Home Inspector Regulatory Board Phone: 601-932-9191

Missouri No state requirements

Montana No state requirements

Nebraska No state requirements

Nevada 40 hours of Pre Licensing education. Pass an approved examination.

State of Nevada Real Estate Division Phone: 702-486-4033

New Hampshire 80 Hours of Pre-Licensing Education, Pass National Home Inspector Exam

NH Board of Home Inspectors Phone: 603-271-2219

New Jersey 140 hours of Pre Licensing education and 40 hours of field training. Pass the National Home Inspectors exam.

State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety Division Phone: 973-504-6460

New Mexico No state requirements

New York 100 hours of Pre Licensing education. 40 hours of field training. Correspondence courses will not be accepted. Pass an

New York Department of State Phone: 518-474-4429

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exam approved by the board.

North Carolina

1 year experience as an Associate Home Inspector with a minimum of 100 inspections.

North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board Phone: 919-661-5880

North Dakota Pass the National Home Inspector exam.

State of North Dakota Secretary of State Phone: 701-328-3665

Ohio No state requirements

Oklahoma 90 hours of Pre Licensing education. Pass the National Home Inspectors exam.

Construction Industries Board Phone: 405-271-5217

Oregon 20 points of Pre Licensing education. Pass the National Home Inspectors exam.

503-378-4621

Pennsylvania Be a full member of a nationally recognized not for-profit organization that requires a minimum of 100 home inspections.

717-787-9707

Rhode Island Been an Associate Home Inspector for no less then one year. Pass an examination approved by the board.

Department of Administration Contractors Registration Board Phone: 401-222-1270

South Carolina Pass State licensing test and performed 50 supervised inspections.

South Carolina Residential Builders Commission Phone: 803-896-4603

South Dakota 40 hours of Pre Licensing education.

South Dakota Real Estate Commission Phone: 605-773-3600

Tennessee

90 hours of Pre Licensing education.

Home Inspector Licensing Board Phone: 615-253-1743

Texas

Professional Inspector requires 200 hours of core education and 120 hours of experience training.

Texas Real Estate Commission Phone: 512-465-3981

Utah No state requirements

Vermont No state requirements

Virginia

Voluntary Certification can be obtained through the state.

Virginia Board of Asbestos, Lead and Home Inspectors Phone: 804-367-8507

Washington 120 hour so pre-licensing Washington Department of

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education, 40 hours of field training, and pass examination

Licensing Phone: 360-664-6487

West Virginia 80 hours of pre-licensing education. Pass the National Home Inspectors Exam.

West Virginia State Fire Commission Phone: 304-588-2191

Wisconsin

Pass the National Home Inspectors Exam and the WI State Exam.

Wisconsin Department of Regulation & Licensing Phone: 608-266-5511

Wyoming No state requirements

Memberships and Affiliations

ASHI NAHI™ CREIA NACHI FABI BPI

Professionalism is important and membership in related organizations is encouraged. These organizations have their own requirements. Some administer exams; others require a certain amount of experience. Membership is voluntary in any professional organization and does not mean state certification or licensure nor does it guarantee employment. American Home Inspectors Training Institute belongs to the above organization and offers approved pre and continuing education courses to its members. American Home Inspectors Training Institute is also a member of the Better Business Bureau.

Authorized to Provide Home Inspector Pre and/or Continuing Licensing Education Arizona Board of Technical Registration Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board Alaska Division of Corporation and Professional Licensing Illinois Department of Banks and Real Estate Indiana Professional Licensing Agency Kansas Home Inspector Registration Board Kentucky; Office of Housing, Buildings and Construction Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors Maryland Commission of real Estate Appraisers and Home Inspectors Massachusetts Board of Registration of Home Inspectors State of Mississippi Home Inspector Regulatory Board State of Nevada Real Estate Division State of New York, Division of Licensing (Home Inspector) State of New Hampshire Board of Home Inspectors State of New Jersey’s Professional and Occupational Licensing (CE only)

North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board Oklahoma State Department – Home Inspector Licensing Unit Oregon Construction Contractors Board South Carolina Residential Builders Commission South Dakota Real Estate Commission Tennessee Home Inspector Licensing Program Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation Washington State Home Inspector Licensing Board West Virginia State Fire Marshall State of Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing Accredited by the National Certificate Holder Program - Canada

American Home Inspectors Training Courses Offered

Home Inspection Master Course 120 Clock Hours 3 Days* $1595.00 Home Inspection Home Study Course 300 Clock Hours $1025.00 Home Energy Audit Classroom Course 48 Clock Hours 6 Days $1595.00 Home Energy Audit Online Course 40 Clock Hours 1 Year $ 795.00 *This course is delivered online with three days of hands-on training. Schedule of Course Charges Course #201DL Home Inspection Technical Training Home Study – 300 Hours NON-Refundable Registration Fee: $100.00 NON-Refundable Shipping Fee: $ 30.00 Tuition: $895.00 Total Charges: $1025.00 Course #202 Home Inspection Master Course – 120 Hours NON-Refundable Registration Fee: $ 100.00 Tuition: $1495.00 Total Charges: $1595.00 Course #203 Home Energy Audit Classroom Course – 48 Hours NON-Refundable Registration Fee: $ 100.00 Tuition: $1495.00 Total Charges: $1595.00 Course #204DL Home Energy Audit Home Study Course – 40 Hours NON-Refundable Registration Fee: $ 100.00 Tuition: $695.00 Total Charges: $795.00 This institution does not participate in federal or state aid programs. If a student takes out a loan for a course, the student is responsible to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refunds. If a student receives federal student financial aids funds, the student is entitled to a refund of the money not paid from federal financial aid funds.

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The state of California created the Student Tuition Recover Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic losses suffered by students in educational programs who are California residents, or are enrolled in a residency program attending certain schools regulated by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. You may be eligible for STRF if you are a California resident or are enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following:

1. The school closed before the course of instruction was completed. 2. The school’s failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third party for licnese

fees or any other purpose, or to provide equipment or materials for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the school.

3. The school’s failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally guaranteed student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the school prior to closure in excess of tuition and other costs.

4. There was a material failure to comply with the Act or the Division within 30-days before the school closed or, if the material failure began earlier than 30-days prior to closure, the period determined by the Bureau.

5. An inability after diligent efforts to prosecute, prove, and collect on a judgment against the institution for a violation of the Act.

However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or a taxpayer identification number.

Clock Hours One clock hour equals 50 minutes of classroom, lab, or field time. Student/ Teacher Ratio The maximum students in any class are 26 with one instructor. The student teacher ratio for labs is 13:1. The student teacher ratio for fieldwork is 13:1. Classroom Format and Schedule There is one lunch break for 40 minutes and two rest breaks during the day of 10 minutes each. To successfully complete each course students must attend all classes, complete all hours as indicated, attain a minimum grade of 75% on all tests, and satisfactorily complete all projects. Course start dates are listed in the back of this catalog. Courses are short and intense and the nature of the courses encourages students to work collaboratively and study together. No formal study groups are arranged outside of the classroom. All classes require a final examination to be passed with at least 75% in order to complete. If completing a course via distance learning no more than 7 days will pass between the institution’s receipt of student lessons, projects, or dissertations and the institution’s mailing of response or evaluation.

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Home Inspection Master Course After completing this course, the student will understand what is needed to perform an actual home inspection, and learn how to write an inspection report. During this Course the student will experience an in-depth look at each component of a house. Business skills taught will include how to develop your business, how to market yourself, ways to differentiate yourself from your competition, steps for success and risk management. The student will learn hands-on through lab exercises and actual home inspections. Teaching methods also include discussions, one-on-one or round-table, role playing, public speaking as well as videos, slides and lectures. Upon completion graduates have the skills to seek employment as a home inspector, set up a home inspection company or add home inspection services to their current offerings. This Course meets the requirements to seek a home inspection license in most states.

Home Inspection Master Course Curriculum The following topics will be covered during class through lecture, hands-on lab work, and actual field inspections. Report writing and Standards of practice will be reinforced during the instruction of the home system components: Standards of Practice and Report Writing Licensing Requirements, SOP &COE Professional Overview and Objectives Home Inspector Documents Heating Systems Structural Systems Interior Systems Exterior Systems Roofing Systems Plumbing Systems Electrical Systems Air Conditioning Systems Insulation and Ventilation Systems Fireplaces and Solid Burning Systems During this course students will attend actual home inspections. Reviews will be conducted of the inspections and reports. Home Inspection Home Study Course After completing this course, the student will understand what is needed to perform an actual home inspection, and learn how to write an inspection report. During this Course the student will experience an in-depth look at each component of a house. Business skills taught will include how to develop your business, how to market yourself, ways to differentiate yourself from your competition, steps for success and risk management. The student will learn hands-on through lab exercises and actual home inspections. Teaching methods also include discussions, one-on-one or round-table, role playing, public speaking as well as videos, slides and lectures. Upon completion graduates have the skills to seek employment as a home inspector, set up a home inspection company or add home inspection services to their current offerings. This Course meets the requirements to seek a home inspection license in most states.

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Standards of Practice and Report Writing Licensing Requirements, SOP &COE Professional Overview and Objectives Home Inspector Documents Heating Systems Structural Systems Interior Systems Exterior Systems Roofing Systems Plumbing Systems Electrical Systems Air Conditioning Systems Insulation and Ventilation Systems Fireplaces and Solid Burning Systems Home Energy Audit Course (Classroom and Online) After completing this course, the student will understand what is needed to perform an actual home energy audit, and learn how to write an energy efficiency report. During this Course the student will experience an in-depth look at each system of a house. Business skills taught will include how to develop your business, how to market yourself, ways to differentiate yourself from your competition, steps for success and risk management. The student will learn hands-on through lab exercises and actual energy audits. Teaching methods also include discussions, one-on-one or round-table, role playing, public speaking as well as videos, slides and lectures. Upon completion graduates have the skills to seek employment as an energy auditor, set up an energy audit company or add energy audit services to their current offerings. This Course meets the requirements set by BPI and will prepare individuals to pass the BPI and RESNET certification tests. Proctoring of BPI exams is available through American Home Inspectors Training Institute, Ltd upon graduation. Energy Basics

First 2 Laws of Thermodynamics Energy Types Energy Units Fuel Types Heat Transfer Mechanisms Temperature and Delta “∆T” Relative Humidity and Moisture Air Movement within Buildings Baseload Calculations/Client Interview

Building Assessment Building Envelope Heat Flow Defining Thermal & Air Boundaries Fenestration Calculating Conductive Heat Loss Area & Volume Calculations Building Diagnostics Blower Door Evaluation

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Air Leakage Blower Door Evaluation Building Airflow Calculations Mechanical Ventilation Calculating Convective Heat Loss Cost Effectiveness of Retrofits Combustion Appliance Issues

HVAC Systems Equipment Identification Fuels Distribution Types Vent Design Efficiencies Combustion Safety

Water Heating Equipment Type Venting Type Age & Condition Energy Factors Savings Tips

Lighting & Appliances Consumption Data Lighting Efficacy Appliance Info & Tips

Health & Safety Personal Responsibility Electrical Ladders Respiratory

Duct Blaster Testing (Optional) Equipment Why Test Duct Leakage? Total Leakage Protocol Leakage to Outside Protocol Results Equivalent Leakage Area

BPI Field Evaluation Field DVD Here

RESNET Standards HERS Index MINHERS Appendix A National Rater Test Study Guide Outline Home Energy Rating Standards of Practice Rating and Home Energy Survey Code of Ethics Home Energy Rating Standard Disclosure Procedures for Certifying Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credits for New Homes Software

  

Books and Learning Materials All books and learning materials needed for successful completion of each Course are provided to students at no additional charge. All tools and equipment needed are available in the labs during training. A professional home inspector and energy auditor need tools to be in business for themselves or work for others.

Registration Process

Students may register for class in person or by phone (800-441-9411). To complete registration, students must sign an Enrollment Agreement for classes to be taken through American Home Inspectors Training Institute, Ltd. A deposit is required at the time of registration as follows: Home Inspection Master Course: $350 Home Inspection Home Study Course: $995 Home Energy Audit Classroom Course: $350 Home Energy Audit Online Course: $200 Tuition and Pricing Policies Students enrolled in the same program may pay different tuition and fees if a published notice of a program price change specifies an effective date for all students enrolling in the program on or after that date. Students who modify a program or service in a manner which will reduce or increase tuition may also pay a different price than other students. Students who meet the following qualifications are eligible for tuition discounts:

Students enrolling as part of a group Students who are similarly situated or Students enrolling under the same course schedule where discounts are available to all students

American Home Inspectors Training Institute does not offer scholarships, loans or financing. Collection Policies A deposit will hold a space in class. The balance must be paid in full on the first day of class. Students will not be permitted to attend class unless tuition is paid in full by the completion of the first day of class.

Academic Information and Standards of Progress

Syllabus On the first day of class students receive a copy of the course syllabi and course outlines. Attendance Attendance is taken twice daily, during the morning session and again in the afternoon. Students are asked to sign/ initial for each class attended. Attendance information is recorded and retained in student files.

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Absence Students are responsible to attend every hour of each training Course. If personal emergencies occur, students may speak with the instructor to arrange ways to make-up missed sections. Students must satisfactorily complete Course requirements in order to graduate and receive a certificate of completion. Late Arrival/Early Departure/Makeup Work Absences due to late arrival and early departure will be treated as absences for the time missed. Missed class work will need to be made up and student must confer with the instructor. Leave of Absence/Withdrawal Students may request a leave of absence for extraordinary circumstances. Arrangements may be made to re-enter the next available Course or other upcoming classes. The leave of absence policy is in force for one year from the date of enrollment. Re-enrollment/Readmissions See “Leave of Absence.” Students who have been absent during class may resume classes during current scheduled classes or make arrangements for another class. Grading An average grade of 75% is required in order to satisfactorily complete training Courses. Class work is graded as follows and is returned in a timely manner.

A 90 – 100 B 80 – 89 C 75 – 79 D Below 75 I Incomplete W Withdraw

Lab and fieldwork are graded on a pass/fail basis by the end of the session. Final grades for each Course are issued via U.S. mail following the satisfactory completion of the Course. Incomplete grades: An “I” incomplete is awarded when the student does not meet academic or attendance standards but intends to retake the course. The ‘I’ incomplete can be replaced if the student satisfactorily completes course requirements after a second attempt. Withdrawal: A “W” withdrawal is awarded when the student withdraws with no intention of completing the course. Satisfactory progress Students receive feedback about their skills and knowledge based on in class tests, fieldwork, and completion of reports.

Unsatisfactory progress Should a student receive a grade of less than 75% he/she will be notified in writing immediately after the test is taken and graded. Ways to raise the grade will be determined with the school director and/or instructor. If the student is not able to raise the grade point average above 75% he/she will be requested to take the course for no credit or withdraw and return at another time if there is demonstration of the ability to succeed. Students are expected to attend all of the classes within the time the Course is scheduled in order to receive a certification of completion. Students may request withdrawal and make up the missed classes during the next scheduled start date. Otherwise the student will be terminated. The tuition paid will be refunded according to the applicable refund policy less the registration fee. Probation There are no probationary periods because the lengths of the Courses are short. Courses are short and are to be completed in the specified time frames. Students have the choice to withdraw if there is no satisfactory progress, take the Course for no credit, or plan to make up classes or re-enroll the next time the Course is offered. Students are notified in writing of their choices and may consult with the school director on their options. Graduation Students will receive a certificate of completion upon satisfactory completion of all Course requirements including minimum grades and attendance. Courses may satisfy certain professional or state continuing education requirements. Tuition must be paid in full to receive a certificate. Records Student records are maintained at the main corporate offices in Wisconsin. Computer records are backed up frequently and removed from the premises. Student records may be requested in writing by the student at any time. Student records are confidential.

Student Services

Housing Students are expected to make their own housing arrangements during the class. This institution does not have dormitory facilities under its control. Hotels are available in the area and range in various prices from $59.00 per night and up. Student Records Student records maintained by the school are available upon written request. No records will be made available to employers, prospective employers, or other schools unless a written request has been made. The institution permanently maintains student records and transcripts for a minimum of five (5) years. Transcripts Students will receive one transcript upon request after graduation and completion of all tuition obligations. There is a fee of $5.00 for additional transcripts.

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. The American Home Inspectors Training Institute, Ltd complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of the 1974 Buckley Amendment, Public Law 93-380, Section 438. All students’ records are confidential. Counseling Students may request professional counseling information from the school director. Referrals will be made to community resources. Employment skills are included in the training Courses. Placement No employment guarantee or wage guarantee is made. Library The use of a library is not required to complete any training Courses.

Rules of Conduct

It is expected that students will conduct themselves in a professional manner and demonstrate respect for their instructors and fellow classmates. The school administration reserves the right to terminate a student on any of the following grounds. Termination notice will be in writing citing the reasons for termination. Tuition will be refunded according to the applicable refund policy. Not complying with school rules and regulations. Unprofessional conduct. Unsatisfactory academic progress. Excessive absence or lateness. Failure to pay fees when due. Cheating or falsifying records. Breach of enrollment agreement. Entering school site while under the influence or effects of alcohol, drugs, or narcotics of any kind. Carrying a concealed or potentially dangerous weapon. Sexual harassment Harassment of any kind including intimidation and discrimination. Dismissal/Readmission Students who have been dismissed or terminated will be readmitted at the school director’s discretion. Dress Dress is casual and neat. Some days include work on actual inspection sites where work clothes are appropriate. Drug free school and workplace No student, instructor, or employee may be on the school premises or field/lab site under the influence or in the possession of any controlled substance. As a drug and alcohol free environment, individuals under the influence or in the possession of any controlled substance will be subject to immediate dismissal/removal. Individuals may request counseling for substance abuse and will be referred to community resources.

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No smoking There is no smoking within the schools, labs, or offices. Smokers may smoke outside. There is no smoking at the field sites. Smokers may smoke during break across from the site. Sexual harassment and anti hazing policy The administration of AHIT takes the issue of sexual harassment very seriously. Sexual harassment includes unwelcome sexual advances or offensive comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature between and/or among students and staff. Sexual harassment or harassment because of age, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability, will not be tolerated. This includes any kind of intimidation or discrimination. Investigation of such concerns will be undertaken promptly and handled confidentially. Behavior that denigrates the integrity of another student (hazing) will not be tolerated. If a student or employee feels that he or she has suffered a form of discrimination or harassment, the individual should immediately contact a supervisor or school director. Students or staff involved may be subject to termination.

Grievance Procedure

Unresolved Disputes

Students are expected to address any disagreements or conflict directly with the individual involved in person with a written document outlining the complaint and communication. After this, if there is no satisfactory resolution, the student may set an appointment by phone to see the school director. All communications regarding the complaint must be in writing and all meetings and communications will be documented in the student file. Every attempt at a satisfactory resolution will be made. If the complaint cannot be resolved after meeting with the director of the school, the student may contact the licensing board for the state where the school is located. See details that follow:

Arizona Unresolved Disputes If the student complaint cannot be resolved after exhausting the institution's grievance procedure, the student may file a complaint with the Arizona State Board for Private Post Secondary Education. The student must contact the board for further details. The State board address is: 1400 West Washington, Room 260, Phoenix, AZ, 85007, phone 602-542-5709, website HUhttp://azppse.state.az.usUH.

California Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problems was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento CA 95833. 916-431-6959. A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling 888-370-7589 toll-free or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau’s internet web site www.bppe.ca.gov

Colorado Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problem was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Division of Private Occupational Schools, Colorado Department of Higher Education, 1380 Lawrence Street, Suite 1200, Denver, CO 80204-2059, Phone: 303-894-2960. There is a two-year limitation of Division action on student complaints.

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Florida Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problem was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Florida Department of Education, 2650 Apalachee Parkway, Suite A, Tallahassee, FL 32301. 888-224-6684 Georgia Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problems was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Georgia NonPublic Postsecondary Education Commission 2189 Northlake Parkway, Building 10, Suite 100, Tucker, GA 30084-4113, 770-414-3300. Kansas Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problem(s) was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Kansas Board of Regents 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 520 Topeka, KS 66612-1368. 785-296-3421 Minnesota Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problem(s) was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Minnesota Office of Higher Education. 1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 350, Saint Paul, MN 55108-5227; 651-642-0533. Ohio Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problem(s) was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the Ohio State Board of Proprietary School Registration. 35 East Gay Street, Suite 403, Columbus, OH 43215. 877-275-4219 Pennsylvania Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented in the student file and in the Complaint Log and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will also be documented. Should the student believe the problem(s) was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Pennsylvania Department of Education, 333 Market Street, 12th floor, Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333. Tennessee Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will be documented. Should the student believe the problem(s) was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the school license board: Tennessee Higher Education commission Nashville, TN 37243-0830. Phone: 615-741-3605.

Washington Unresolved Disputes Students are expected to address any disagreements of conflict directly with the individual involved. After this, if there is no satisfactory resolution, the student may set an appointment to see the school director, 800441-9411 ext 5950. A review of the complaint will be documented and an attempt at satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will be documented. Should the student believe the problem(s) was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the school license board: Work Force Training and Education Coordinating Board, PO Box 43105, Olympia, WA 98504. 360-753-5673. Wisconsin Unresolved Disputes A review of the complaint will be documented and an attempt at a satisfactory resolution put in place. The results of the meeting will be documented. Should the student believe the problems was still not satisfactorily resolved, then he/she may contact the school license board: Wisconsin Education Approval Board, Madison, WI. Phone: 608-266-1996.

A full refund of all monies paid will be given to any student who pays for services/items they did not receive.

Refund and Cancellation Policies

All monies paid by the student will be refunded if the student withdrawals through the attendance of the first day or within seven (7) days after enrolling whichever is later. All students who cancel their enrollment agreement or withdraw from a course must provide written notice of the cancelation. Refunds will be calculated on an hourly, pro-ratio basis for students who withdraw during a course. The official termination date and percentage of course completed will be based upon the last date of student attendance. For the Home Energy Online Course, the last date of attendance will be based upon the student’s last date of course access. All refunds will be paid to student within forty-five days of return of materials.

Extenuating Circumstances In the case of extenuating circumstances the director will consider a settlement that is reasonable and fair to the student and the school.

Postponement of starting date: Postponement of a starting date, whether at the request of the school or the student, may delay the start of the course until the next scheduled course. The school may request a postponement of start if the course enrollment is low, if the student is unable to attend the postponed course, a full refund will be issued to the student including the nonrefundable registration fee.

Changes made by school If the school cancels or changes a course of study or location in such a way that the student who has started is unable to complete training, arrangements will be made in a timely manner to accommodate the needs of each student enrolled in the course who is affected by the cancellation or change. If the school is unable to make alternative arrangements that are satisfactory to both parties, the school will refund all money paid by the student for the course including nonrefundable registration fee. The student under no circumstances will be charged additional fees by the school if changes are made.

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There are no additional services or items required to be purchased to finish the courses. Additional items and services are available from the school and may be purchased by the student but they are not required. The school has the right to adjust tuition rates prior to completion of the course. An advanced notice of thirty (30) days will be given to students enrolled in a course prior to any tuition adjustments are made.

American Home Inspectors Training Institute, Ltd (AHIT) is a private (not public) training institution that is incorporated as a C-Corporation in the state of Wisconsin. AHIT is owned by OnCourse Learning Corporation, LLC which is majority owned by Riverside Micro-Cap Fund I, L.P. No other person or company owns five percent or more of the Institution. Board of Directors Chris Neville, President and School Director. Dave Logan, Chairman. Frank Foster, Board Member. Brian Sauer, Board Member. Instructors Operations Joe Dudek Patrick Sheahan - CFO James Schumacher Lucas Kysely - Planning and Reporting Steve O’Donnell Catherine Paepcke – Compliance Jay Fuller Jeremy Jinks – IT and Telecommunications William Ross John Coleman Customer Service Derek Pomaville Chandra Scherer – Team Leader Jeff Mueller Amy Koler Jon Sherman Student Service Associates Accounting James Huebner Lucas Kysely Bryan Neuberger Katie Nitzsche Elliot Sawicki Chad Gresch

February 12 May 7 July 16 October 8

March 12 June 11 November 15

Home Inspection Class Schedule

Administration and Faculty

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January 22 March 19 May 21 July 9 September 10 November 5

February 12 May 7 August 13 November 12

March 12 June 11 September 17 December 10

TBD

January 15 March 19 May 11 July 23 September 24 December 3

TBD

February 26 May 21 July 30 October 15 December 10

January 19 April 30 July 30 October 29

February 26 June 4 August 27

February 22 May 10 July 26 September 20 November 8

February 8 June 21 October 25

January 29 March 26 May 21 July 16 September 17 November 12 Energy Audit Course: TBD

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Administrative Office Hours

Please note that administrative offices are open Monday through Friday and are available to provide full student and graduate support during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Central time) The administrative offices are closed Saturdays and Sundays. Students enrolled in classes held over the weekends and during times not reflected above would have access to trainer/trainers for support and other questions that may arise.

American Home Inspectors Training observes the following holidays each year and administrative offices will be closed in observance:

New Years Day Good Friday Memorial Day Fourth of July

Labor Day Thanksgiving Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Day Christmas Day New Years Eve Day

Faculty Information

Bill Ross – Senior Technical Instructor Bill is a long-time member of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI®), California Real Estate Inspectors Association (CREIA), NAHI, IAEI, ICBO, and is a Certified Environmental Inspector. Bill also served on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI).Bill was the Director of Technical Training and Support for Amerispec, one of the nation’s largest franchiser, for 10 years. He was the former owner of Goldenwest Home Inspectors, which performed over 14,000 inspections. He was also awarded the NAHI "Educator of the Year" in 2002 and 2003.

John Coleman – Senior Technical Instructor John is the founder and president of Coleman Home Inspection, Inc. His vast sales background, including a successful home inspection business is an invaluable asset to the Company. John is a graduate of the American Home Inspectors Training Institute and an active member of the National Association of Home Inspectors and the American Society of Home Inspectors. The Denver Association of Realtors also named John “Inspector of the Year” in 2002.

Steve O’Donnell – Senior Technical Instructor Steve has a long success record in the industry. He is the Co-founder of Newcomer's Inspection Services, which began in 1994. He is a certified Home Inspector in the State of Arizona and a Graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science degree. Steve has personally performed over 2,600 home inspections. Mr. O’Donnell is also a certified BPI Energy Audit instructor and exam proctor.

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Derik Pomaville – Senior Technical Instructor Derik is a certified home inspector in the state of Arizona. An AHIT alumnus, he has been performing home inspections since 1994. He is also a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors. Derik also spent ten years in the insurance industry where he developed and conducted training classes for sales and marketing, Property and Casualty licensing and exam preparation, and advanced management skills. Derik has also graduated and assisted in conducting Dale Carnegie courses.

Joe Dudek – Senior Technical Instructor Joe is a licensed Real Estate Broker and Home Inspector in the state of Illinois. He is a member of the Northern Illinois Home Builder Association, the Naperville Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Home Inspectors and the International Association of Electrical Inspectors. He brings more than thirty years experience in the Real Estate industry to his instruction methods.

Not all instructors teach in all locations.